Question:
I have recently purchased my first BMW. It is a 2003 model 24000 miles. On start up from cold the tappets are very noisy which disapears within a second or two. On tickover when hot you can hear them lightly tapping. Is this normal or should I go back to the dealer. It is a BMW approved used car under guarentee.
Thanks and regards
John.

Answer:
I would go back to the dealer to see what they have to say. This is always a good policy! From memory, not all BMW's are that quiet tappet wise, and some can have surprisingly noisy injectors, which can be confused for tappet noises.

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Hi. I have just bought a 02 celica. It is the 190bhp T sport model. I have never been really interested in tuning cars but this car has got me going. I just wanted to know what is the best way to get more bhp? Also is it possible to fit a turbo and where would I get one? Cheers!

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Sender's Name: clare hale

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Mini Mayfair- how much approximately would it cost to have its engine tuned?
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Sender's Name: richard

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hi there ive got a mk3 cav 2.0l 16v eco tech.upon start up the tappets make a realy loud noise like there is no oil getting to them.it lasts around 5-10 seconds.only does this when stood for about 5 hours.do you know if oil pressure relief valve is common.thanks

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I wouldn't say common, and it wouldn't normally cause that kind of problem. You may have generally low oil pressure, so it would be worth getting that checked out. Most garages should have an oil pressure testing kit.

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What would you recommend as an uprated fuel pump for my MG ZS 180?

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